IC Sep CA-1 Carbonate Analysis, SS 250 mm x 7.8 mm

The ICSep CA-1 Carbonate HPLC column (250 × 7.8 mm) is a polymer-based column for the analysis of carbonates and organic acids under ion chromatography conditions. ICSep CA-1 is based on styrene-divinylbenzene and is typically used with conductivity-based detection. The phase is suitable for aqueous samples in which carbonates, related inorganic components or low-molecular-weight organic acids are to be determined. Typical applications for the ICSep CA-1 include water analysis, beverage analysis, process control and the monitoring of simple inorganic or organic acid profiles in aqueous matrices.

Performance Characteristics and Advantages

• Polymer-based phases for ion exclusion, anion exchange, and cation exchange
• Suitable for organic acids, alcohols, and organic and inorganic ions
• Functionalized PS/DVB backbones for defined selectivity
• Robust separations in highly aqueous mobile phases

Additional Information

The ICSep series is based on polystyrene-divinylbenzene polymers. Fully sulfonated PS/DVB materials are used for ion exclusion of organic acids and alcohols. For organic and inorganic ions, functionalized, macroporous PS/DVB resins are used, for example, with quaternary ammonium groups for anion exchange or with sulfonic acid or carboxyl groups for cation exchange. The polymer backbone makes ICSep particularly suitable for aqueous, ionic matrices; appropriate pre-columns protect the main column from particles and matrix contaminants.

Legal Notices

ICSep is a registered trademark of the manufacturer Concise Separations, San Jose, USA.